Cold perennial in danger: pruning for the protection of our nature!

Cold perennial in danger: pruning for the protection of our nature!

In the picturesque city stone Oberland, one of the oldest natural monuments in the region, the "cold perennial". This impressive memorial, which can be found shortly before the entrance to Presseck, has gone through a lot over the years. As the So far, the "cold perennial" has always managed to delight its visitors with fresh green. But security recently had a top priority: dead parts of the tree were removed to take no danger to the visitors who seek protection on the benches between the tribes.

old trees, such as the "cold perennial", are not only historical witnesses, they are also of great importance from an ecological point of view. Striking tree forms have shaped the landscape of Franconia for centuries. They are not only witnesses in history, they also offer habitats for numerous animal and plant species. Books are particularly valuable because they have cavities that serve as nesting places for many animals. In addition, there are more than 250 types of beetles, birds and rodents who find their home in these trees, as the Aktion Baum

The biodiversity project "Franconian rooted" has set itself the task of protecting such old trees and preserving their habitats. Since 2017, inventories in Coburg and Lichtenfels have been running, with the aim of increasing the value and protection of old trees in the region. Public relations also play a central role in raising awareness of the concerns of nature. The Anlich emphasizes that 51 individual trees, 13 trees and 42 trees were recorded in Bad Rodach alone.

Old trees contribute to improving soil quality, they prevent erosion and play a crucial role in water filtering. Their root systems help to stabilize the landscape and to promote biodiversity, which is of the greatest importance for future generations.

A call to action

The dangers that are exposed to old trees are diverse: from felling to lack of care to soil management. The pruning, which was recently carried out on the "cold perennial", is an example of the necessary safety measures that should protect not only the tree but also its visitors. But in addition to these measures, the preservation and awareness of the importance of old trees and their habitats is essential in order to leave an intact nature.

Therefore, a good knack is required when dealing with our old tree giants: they are not only decoration in the landscape, but valuable treasures that need to be preserved. Each individual can help to initiate a sustainable future and to fight for the preservation of these natural monuments, because they are an important part of our cultural heritage.